Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction - ESOL/Bilingual Education

Our program prepares future researchers, teachers, and leaders to examine and address topics in language learning and teaching, including bilingualism, multilingualism, Second Language Acquisition (SLA), multilingual and multicultural education, ESOL, English Medium Instruction (EMI), English for Specific Purposes (ESP), Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) & and Technology Enhanced Language Instruction.

Our program focuses on understanding how humans acquire and use languages and the role of language(s) in education. Students will build on an interdisciplinary foundation informed by theory and research from language development, second language acquisition, testing and assessment, linguistics, anthropology, psychology, sociology, education research, instructional technology, and other fields. Our students have opportunities to learn through coursework, teaching practica, and applied research opportunities with faculty, industry, and peers.

A recognized baccalaureate, graduate or professional degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or a comparable degree from an international institution.
Applicants with a bachelor's degree only, a minimum grade point average of B (3.0), calculated from all grades and credits after the semester where the applicant reached 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours is required. For applicants from countries where English is not the ofcial language, a minimum score on one of these English Language Skills tests, IELTS - 6.0,TOEFL IBT- 80, PBT- 550.
Statement of Purpose
Resume/CV
Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
Transcripts (credential evaluations are encouraged, but not required for international applicants)